Indian Motorcycle Recalls 2015-2016 Models Due to Rear Brake Failure
Indian Motorcycle is recalling 7,614 motorcycles from 2015-2016 because a rear brake master cylinder defect may cause a loss of braking power.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake system failure) that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Indian Motorcycle Company is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chief Classic, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Roadmaster, and 2016 Dark Horse motorcycles. The affected vehicles were manufactured between January 2, 2015, and October 23, 2015. The recall covers a total of 7,614 units.
The recall is due to a problem with the rear brake master cylinder, which may result in a reduction or complete loss of rear brake power. This defect can lengthen the distance needed to slow or stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake master cylinder piston assembly free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2015. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC, CHIEF VINTAGE, CHIEFTAIN, ROADMASTER
- Brand
- INDIAN
- Manufacturer
- Indian Motorcycle Company
- Category
- Vehicle — Motorcycle
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 7,614
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (5)
- CHIEF CLASSIC
- CHIEF VINTAGE
- CHIEFTAIN
- ROADMASTER
- DARK HORSE
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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